Child Protection Branch, Child and Youth Services Division

Advertisement Number: 45494

Salary(s): P10 $98,310.00 - $124,694.00 per year

Closing Date: August 9, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

The Department of Families is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Associate Director with the Child and Youth Services Division.

To be considered for this competition, you must submit an application form and attach a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Duties: As a member of the department’s management team, the Associate Director (AD) is responsible to lead and manage the Child Protection Branch, provide advice and support to the Minister and Division/Department Executive.

The Child Protection

Branch is responsible for a comprehensive continuum of child protection services that ensure the safety and well‑being of children, families, and communities in accordance with the provisions of The Child and Family Services Act, The Child and Family Services Authorities Act, and The Adoption Act. The AD is accountable for providing programming and direct services for the entire provincial child and family services system and specifically supporting the provincial system by coordinating the transition to Indigenous jurisdiction and agreements as they come into force. The AD is responsible for leading, coordinating,



and problem solving related to transitional and emergency service delivery that occurs between the provincial programs and other Indigenous laws, jurisdictions, and service providers.

Why Work For Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work‑life balance.

Financial Security

Defined pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Long‑Term Disability Plan

Employer paid health care advantages including health, dental and vision

Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Associate Director

P10 Professional Officer 10

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Child Protection Branch, Child and Youth Services Division

Winnipeg MB

Qualifications

Post secondary education in social work or a social science, public policy or management discipline, preferably at a master’s level, with extensive child welfare/child protection experience which may include lived experience. Other equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered.

Proven ability as a leader with a commitment to create, support and sustain a diverse environment that enables staff to achieve results and to develop for the future.

Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.

Management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources.

Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans and experience with strategic performance management and measurement systems (e.g.

Key Performance

Indicators, Balanced Scorecards).

Strong verbal with experience managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Experience communicating, negotiating, and problem solving with Indigenous leadership, communities, and peoples.





Excellent written communication skills with experience drafting various forms of Ministerial briefing documents.

Political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues.

Extensive leadership experience developing, implementing, managing and evaluating programs and policies, with overall accountability for service delivery to clients.

Knowledge and application of legislation; specifically, The Child and Family Services Act, The Authorities Act, The Adoption Act, The Advocate for Children and Youth Act, Bill C-92, An Act Respecting First Nations, Metis and Inuit Children Youth and Families, privacy legislation and relevant regulations and standards. An understanding of current and historical child welfare organization and service delivery roles in Manitoba and the role of collateral external organizations such as the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth, the Ombudsman and police services is also required.

Experience building relationships with Indigenous peoples and implementing the principles of reconciliation.

Experience or knowledge of colonization and its continued impact on Indigenous peoples.

Conditions of Employment

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Check

Must be able to travel within the province with occasional overnight stays as required

Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver's License and have access to a personal vehicle to travel around the province, as necessary

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

📌 Associate Director (Winnipeg)
🏢 Manitoba Government
📍 Winnipeg